Special Education
Special education services are provided for senior high students who are determined to have a disability in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act that adversely affects their educational performance and who need special education and related services.
Special education services are determined by the student’s individualized education program including the transition plan and will be provided in the least restrictive environment with a focus on access to and progress in the general curriculum and outcomes after graduation.
Academic Courses:
Reading (3620)
Reading classes are provided to address individualized student needs to improve basic reading skills, comprehension, vocabulary development, fluency, and reading in content areas. Instruction will incorporate a variety of instructional strategies designed to meet students’ identified reading deficits with a focus on newspapers, magazines, reading for enjoyment, and basic literacy skills.
English 1 (3631)
English 2 (3632)
English 3 (3633)
English 4 (3634)
English classes are designed to meet students’ identified written language and reading deficits and who are at various instructional levels. Courses incorporate a variety of instructional strategies to address communication skills, written expression, and developmental reading skills. Students’ awareness of literature and expository writing is expanded and students practice discussion and critical thinking skills by reading a variety of genre. Written communication is expanded by building on writing skills in the context of content class expectations and vocational and life skills situations.
Pre-Algebra (3683)
Applied Math II (3682)
Math classes are designed to meet students’ identified math calculation and application deficits who are at various instructional levels.
Courses incorporate specialized instruction and strategies to address essential skills in computation and problem solving. While mathematical skills will be strengthened, instruction will focus on developing an understanding of mathematical concepts and making meaningful connections in life. Students practice consumer math skills and utilize calculators to apply mathematical problem-solving skills to real life situations.
Other Courses:
Directed Studies 1-6 (3500)
Students learn to become independent learners by applying study skills and learning strategies in order to be successful in content classes. Support to students in completing assignments, preparing for tests given in regular education classes, and developing effective study habits is emphasized.
Independent Study (3505)
This course provides students needing a specialized program an option to work independently on an identified subject. Student progress is monitored and evaluated by the Resource teacher.
Transition (3771)
Students examine basic living skills, social skills and the roles of individuals in society. Emphasis is placed on helping students to modify behaviors, to acquire skills required for success in regular education classes and to make meaningful connections to skills expected in society and work situations.
Life Skills II (3761)
This course addresses appropriate social skills, negotiation, problem solving, conflict resolution, and teacher pleasing behaviors. Emphasis is placed on helping students to modify behaviors, to acquire skills required for success in regular education classes and to make meaningful connections to skills expected in social and work situations.